NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 Safety Record
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 has no crash-test ratings from NHTSA. This means no overall star rating is available, nor are ratings for frontal, side, or rollover protection. Consequently, our Safety Index score cannot be computed for this model. The vehicle's record does show a Heavy burden band for both recalls and owner complaints. One active recall is noted, carrying a park-outside designation due to concerns with the brake pressure sensor. Additionally, one unverified owner complaint has been filed. The absence of crash-test data precludes any safety assessment by this publication.
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and has one active recall including a park-outside campaign, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 1 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 enters the Heavy recall and complaint burden band. This classification indicates a notable volume of safety-related actions and owner reports, independent of any crash-test results. A single, but significant, recall affects this model year: a park-outside campaign addresses brake pressure sensor function. This recall encompasses a wide range of multi-year and multi-trim medium-duty vehicles. For a commercial-class truck, the integrity of its brake system is paramount for safe operation. The recall’s implications are substantial for both fleet managers and individual owners. Compounding this, the single unverified owner complaint filed against the 2024 model year also pertains to the suspension, wheels, and service brakes. While complaints are unconfirmed allegations, this specific report aligns with the system domain identified in the federal recall. With no crash-test data available for sibling years, the recall record serves as the primary indicator of safety-related concerns for the 2024 Silverado 5500.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have any recalls?
The 2024 Silverado 5500 carries one recall, and it is a park-outside campaign. The affected system is the service brakes, specifically the brake pressure sensor or switch within the hydraulic brake fluid low-warning circuit. General Motors issued this campaign covering certain 2019 through 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. Owners should treat a park-outside designation seriously and confirm remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT25V390000
Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired un
Reported 2025-06-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
NHTSA records one unverified owner complaint for the 2024 Silverado 5500. The alleged problem areas span suspension, wheels, and service brakes, each appearing once. These are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA and have not been confirmed as defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
A critical safety alert for the 2024 Silverado 5500: a significant recall has been issued concerning the brake pressure sensor. Prospective owners should be aware that unaddressed recalls transfer with ownership. It is imperative that any used 2024 Silverado 5500 considered for purchase have its VIN checked against the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm the brake pressure sensor remedy has been completed.
- The 2024 Silverado 5500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings exist for this model year and no Safety Index score can be assigned.
- A park-outside recall is active for this model year, targeting the hydraulic brake pressure sensor or switch across certain 2019 through 2024 Silverado Medium Duty variants, including the 5500HD.
- The single unverified owner complaint on record alleges issues in the suspension, wheels, and service brakes categories, overlapping with the same brake-system domain flagged in the recall.
- Prospective buyers and current owners should verify recall remedy status for their specific vehicle using the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, as the park-outside designation indicates a condition serious enough that GM advises against indoor storage pending repair.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 places
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 safety questions
Was the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 5500 2024.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.